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Copen Group, a big-time Real Estate firm with diversified interests in Consultancy Services, Construction, Manufacturing, Human Capital Development, Banking among others has expressed willingness to partner Enugu State University of Science and Technology, ESUT, in a joint venture that would yield human capital and economic transformation for ESUT and the society at large. Speaking when…
A joint task force consisting of Enugu State Police Command’s Special Forces and Operatives from the Igbo-Eze North Police Division conducted a successful operation on the morning of August 10, 2023. Their target was an alleged camp linked to the secessionist groups IPOB/ESN, located at Imufu within Igbo-Eze North Local Government Area. The operation led…
Hardeep Singh Kohli, a Scottish comedian known for his work on various BBC and other broadcasting platforms, has been allegedly taken into custody and charged in relation to sexual offenses dating back in time. The 54-year-old has been granted release and is scheduled to make a court appearance on a later date, as confirmed by…
The Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, has presented the second round of Commissioner nominees to the state’s lawmakers. Rt Hon Uche Ugwu, the Speaker of the Enugu State House of Assembly, read the Governor’s letter to the House, revealing the following individuals on the list: Dr. Martin Chinweike Obi Ozor Ajogwu Sunday Emeka Chris Robert…
Chelsea Football Club’s recent summer signing, Christopher Nkunku, has been sidelined for an indefinite period due to a knee surgery he underwent. The 25-year-old forward, who had inked a pre-contract agreement with the club in December and finalized his transfer in June for a reported fee of £63 million over a six-year contract, will be…
Festus Keyamo extended an apology to the Nigerian Senate on Monday for his actions that undermined the parliament’s oversight role during his term as the Minister of State for Employment, Labour, and Productivity in the previous administration. The apology came amidst controversy that emerged during his screening on Monday morning. Senator Darlington Nwokocha, who represented…
Arsenal secured the first silverware of the new season by defeating treble-winners Manchester City in a penalty shootout to claim the Community Shield. Substitute Cole Palmer seemed to have clinched victory for City during regular time with a splendid curling shot. However, an unfortunate last-minute own goal by Manuel Akanji allowed Arsenal to equalize 1-1…
African universities are increasingly becoming conscious of the benefits of working together to promote excellence in higher education in the continent. The University of Nigeria is one of the universities that is determined to promote Afrocentric university partnerships aimed at solving challenges peculiar to the continent through transformative research collaborations. At the 22nd edition of…
Ajuri Ngelale, the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to President Bola Tinubu, has reassured Nigerians that the upcoming implementation of the new minimum wage will lead to a substantial increase in workers’ salaries, potentially doubling their current earnings. Ngelale shared this information during a recent interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today, where he also…
The University of Nigeria, Nsukka, UNN, has signed an agreement with Japanese firms in development of Information and Communications Technology, ICT, software. The agreement which was signed at the Shinjuku ward, Sankaku Hiroba Event Centre of Sumitomo Corp, Tokyo, Japan, was between Appleach Corporation, Japan, the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, and Nahfconnects for Africa and…
Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, on Wednesday, took a step to alleviate the impact of subsidy removal and enhance the well-being of vulnerable citizens by establishing a Committee for the Verification and Payment of Outstanding Pensions and Gratuities. The seven-member committee, led by Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, Secretary to the State Government, includes officials such as…
Nigerian Breweries Plc, a prominent beer manufacturer, has disclosed its intention to adjust the prices of its stock-keeping units starting from August 10. In a letter dated August 1, 2023, entitled “Price review notification” and endorsed by Ayo Lawal, the Sales Director of Nigerian Breweries, highlights the necessity of this review due to the persistent…
Mr. Aribisala Jeremiah, a staff of a commercial bank (name withheld) based in Ilorin, Kwara State, has been remanded at a Correctional Facility in the state. This order came as a result of allegations that he stole a total of twenty-two million, one hundred and twenty-eight thousand naira from the bank. Magistrate Jumoke Kamson, presiding…
In a thrilling Women’s World Cup encounter, Thembi Kgatlana’s dramatic last-minute goal led South Africa to their first-ever World Cup win, defeating Italy 3-2 and securing their place in the last-16 round of the tournament. The victory sent the Italians home and set up a clash with the Netherlands in Sydney on Sunday. Striker Kgatlana…
In a heart-wrenching incident that has raised concerns about safety and management at healthcare institutions, a young Nigerian female doctor, Dr. Vwaere Diaso, has allegedly lost her life due to a fatal elevator accident at Lagos Island General Hospital, Odan. Dr. Diaso, a recent graduate of Babcock University and on the verge of completing her…
There was pandemonium at Oba Akran Road, Ikeja, Lagos State yesterday when a private helicopter crashed into a building, triggering an immediate burst of flames upon impact. The crash occurred at approximately 3:40 pm in close proximity to the AP petrol station and United Bank of Nigeria at Oba Akran. No life was lost at…
Yesterday, the Senate commenced the screening of ministerial nominees, with at least three nominees facing issues of alleged age forgery and credentials falsification. Out of the 14 nominees listed on the order paper, seven, including former Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, were asked to take a bow and leave, while four others successfully underwent…
…charges committee on transparency, speedy distribution of relief items Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has rolled out palliatives to mitigate the harsh economic effects of the recent removal of fuel subsidy by the federal government on residents of the state, stressing that his government feels the pains the people were passing through. The governor…
President Bola Tinubu, Monday, issued a directive to Management of tertiary institutions in the country to suspend plans of sundry fees increases indefinitely. This proactive move comes as various universities across the country have implemented a hike in miscellaneous fees. President Tinubu’s primary objective is to ensure that parents and students do not face undue…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has expressed concern over the potential blockage of the Second Niger Bridge due to ongoing vandalization of its metal components by miscreants. Mr. Mahmuda Mamman, the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Works and Housing, visited the bridge to assess the recent level of damage. He called on security…